My first novel started with a single key prompt too. That kind of simple magic item creates infinite choice, which is its own kind of trap. Finding the worst choice for the character is a brilliant way out of that loop.

My uncle had his tax refund stolen at an airport lounge using the exact same trick. The thing is, we've all gotten used to free Wi-Fi being a basic service, like water from a fountain. That makes the risk feel invisible. Your coworker is right about the speed hit sometimes, but I'd rather wait an extra thirty seconds for a page to load than spend six months fixing identity theft. It's one of those small daily habits, like locking your car door, that just has to become automatic. The convenience isn't worth the potential disaster.

Ever wonder why good coffee costs so much? My buddy visited a farm in Guatemala and saw how much work goes into each plant. It's not just picking beans, it's a whole year of care for a single pound.